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Stuart Brennan

Man City player ratings vs West Ham as Cancelo and midfield shine amid Laporte struggles

Ederson Couple of straightforward saves and had to be alert to the treacherous surface, but no alarms 6

Kyle Walker Ensured the Hammers' counters weren't too dangerous and was always on the front foot 7

Ruben Dias Solid and certain, even in tough conditions - and even protected the booked Laporte second half 8

Aymeric Laporte Found Antonio and Benrahma a handful, made bad decisions and his booking made it tougher 5

Joao Cancelo Superb pass created Gundogan's' goal, and he was City's main inspiration throughout 9

Rodri Cool and collected even when the surface was testing - his passing was top-class, too 8

Ilkay Gundogan Right on the spot to break the deadlock, and then he ensured the machine stayed well-oiled 8

Bernardo Silva Defensive work was exceptional, so many tackles, blocks and interceptions, and kept the ball brilliantly 8

Riyad Mahrez Looked much better when switched back to the right, setting up Gundogan for the goal 7

Gabriel Jesus As the first defender, he never gave West Ham a moment, and drove at the defence repeatedly 7

Raheem Sterling More involved in the second half, when he was a constant threat down the left 7

Subs

Fernandinho Replaced Sterling on 87 minutes and sealed the win

Not used: Steffen, Carson, Stones, Ake, Zinchenko, McAtee, Palmer

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